BBC Reel, part of BBC Studios – a commercial subsidiary of the BBC, has launched a unique collaboration with Tribeca, Berlinale, HotDocs and some of the world's most prestigious film institutions, for the third edition of its signature online film festival, LongShots. The online streaming event showcases a lineup of critically acclaimed, yet undistributed, documentary shorts to film fans across the globe. All six films will be available for audiences to stream for free starting 8 September … [Read more...] about BBC Reel collaborates with Berlinale, Tribeca, and prestigious film institutions to celebrate cinematic hidden gems from around the world
SPOTV is serving up world-class sporting content
Eclat Media Group’s SPOTV is making significant progress as it continues to expand in Southeast Asia. The pay-TV channel, which specialises in broadcasting sporting content, recently announced several key distribution deals with Asian pay-TV partners Now TV in Hong Kong, First Media in Indonesia, and Cignal TV in the Philippines. Speaking about SPOTV’s rapid growth in the region, Rubin Zhong, Chief Content Strategy Officer at SPOTV shared, “Given that we managed to put this project … [Read more...] about SPOTV is serving up world-class sporting content
AVIA’s Coalition Against Piracy makes progress in the fight against video piracy
The Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) has been leading the way in the fight against piracy with its Coalition Against Piracy (CAP), a group that provides insights into the video industry via reports and conferences that aims to support a vibrant video industry. Leading the way in AVIA’s fight against piracy is newly-appointed CAP General Manager, Matthew Cheetham who took over the role from Aaron Herps in February. A qualified lawyer specialising in intellectual property, particularly in … [Read more...] about AVIA’s Coalition Against Piracy makes progress in the fight against video piracy
IN10 Media Network appoints Vivek Krishnani to strengthen its content business
IN10 Media Network, undergoing an exciting phase of growth and expansion, is happy to announce the appointment of Vivek Krishnani as the Chief Executive Officer of its soon-to-be-launched film division. Krishnani is a senior media and entertainment leader with over 25 years of experience in building companies and teams across films, television, radio, and advertising. With a strong understanding of changing content landscape and consumer behaviour, he will be in charge of building the motion … [Read more...] about IN10 Media Network appoints Vivek Krishnani to strengthen its content business
No way but up for Asia’s homegrown streaming platforms
More and more people across the Asia Pacific region are getting into the habit of streaming. According to a report from SpotX in 2021, over 400 million people are now using OTT video streaming services in the region, with over 69% of video viewers watching streaming videos at least once a week. With the surge of viewership driven by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, homegrown Asian OTT platforms have continuously been innovating to meet the demand for more content. And as streaming becomes more … [Read more...] about No way but up for Asia’s homegrown streaming platforms
Paramount Global: Forging ahead into the future of streaming
Paramount Global, the company formerly known as ViacomCBS, is forging ahead in the future of streaming. During its investor event in February where the company announced its name change, Paramount announced its continued global expansion this year, and in 2023, the company is eyeing to target key markets in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. On the heels of the company’s big announcement, Catherine Park, Senior Vice President, Head of Office & Streaming for Asia at Paramount Global … [Read more...] about Paramount Global: Forging ahead into the future of streaming
